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Seven essential baking accessories

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Prepare to get messy in the kitchen with these baking accessories that will push even self-raising ingredients to new heights.

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KITCHENAID PRECISE HEAT MIXING BOWL

The precise control lets you select any temperature from 20°C to 105°C, in 1°C gradations while the bowl itself has a stainless-steel liner and transparent lid, making it easy to use and fast to clean. It'll heat for ten hours, whether clipped to your mixer or on its own, making it perfect for bread, chocolate sauces and even the ever-tricky Italian meringue. £279

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THE FOWNDRY ALUMINIUM ROLLING PIN

Funded via Kickstarter and machined from a block of aircraft-grade aluminium, the Fowndry rolling pin couldn't be more 21st century.

Its measurements are laser etched on to a sleek anodised body with a finish that comes in a range of colours. And its superior heat-conducting properties keep butter from melting in your dough for longer than a wooden pin would. £40

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EVA SOLO TIMER

Timing is everything in the kitchen, particularly if you are expecting professional results from your baking. The simple silicone-coated Eva Solo Timer lets you keep to your cooking times with minimalist style. £15

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JOSEPH-JOSEPH TRI SCALES

A brilliant space saver, the Tri Scales has fold-out legs to create a platform for any bowl, but it also folds back to a third of its size for storage.

There's also a clever Add & Weigh feature that lets you measure out ingredients into the same bowl during any recipe. It'll weigh up to 5kg, with an LCD display and touch-sensitive controls taking the faff out of any pre-bake prep. £32

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HESTON BLUMENTHAL MEASURING SPOONS

The two nesting spoons feature a clever slider that sorts your heaped from your level without wastage, by scooping anything from a ¼ teaspoon to a full tablespoon and pushing any excess back. £15

CALIBOWL ULTIMATE MIXING BOWLS

Created in the Sunshine State, each Calibowl features a non-spill lip around the top, designed at the correct angle to push your cake batter on to your utensil without any overflow. The set of three 20oz, 40oz and 95oz bowls is made from recycled materials, is microwave safe and nests elegantly, making it the perfect space saver for cramped kitchens. $30

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KUHN RIKON SILICONE WHISK

Whisks are essential in any baker's toolkit -- but they're certainly not all created equal.

Crafted from non-stick silicone, this Kuhn Rikon mixer brings a bit of design flair to your whipping with its stylish multicolour balloon, a stainless-steel grip and even a handy hanging hook. £13

This article was first published in the March 2016 issue of WIRED magazine